What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Big Bear Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Big Bear Lake is to bus which costs $8 - $18 and takes 5h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Big Bear Lake?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Culver-San Leandro and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via 1St-Centennial, Village of Orange Zone 5 and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Irvine to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Irvine and Big Bear Lake is 95 miles. The road distance is 91.4 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Big Bear Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Big Bear Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $12 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Big Bear Lake?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Irvine to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Big Bear Lake bus from?

Irvine to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Village of Orange Zone 5 station.

Where does the Irvine to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Irvine to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Big Bear Lake is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Irvine to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1704+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Irvine to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Big Bear Lake by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Tustin to San Bernardino Depottrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
3h 15m
$13–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Village of Orange Zone 5 to San Bernardinobus 200
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
5h 39m
$8–18
Drive 90.8 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Big Bear Lakecar 90.8 mi
1h 45m
$17–24

Irvine to Big Bear Lake by train and bus

6Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94.3 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Big Bear Lake, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Culver-San Leandro to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via 1St-Centennial, Tustin-East Village Way, Village of Orange Zone 5, and San Bernardino in around 5h 39m.

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